granted they no longer host it, but here is a link to a segment The Weather Channel did on that beast.it also had a sequel.http://www.youknowwhaaa.com/2013/12/25/nom-with-the-great-old-ones-on-the-cthurkey-cthucken/

hmm, for the green, what defines 'animal' and how long does this transformation happen? if effectively instant, then become a waterbear for "ohshitohshitohshit" moments. Assuming anything in kingdom animalia is a valid choice, then become an immortal jellyfish to reverse the aging process for a while.